Monthly Evening Meditation
First Thursday of every month
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An evening of nature-based mindfulness and meditation on the first Thursday of every month. Classes will be held in the beautiful rooms of the Preserve’s mansions, or in the Hempstead House Garden when weather permits.
Qigong
Select Saturdays in 2024
Adults: 11:30am-12:30pm
Families: 12:30pm-1:15pm
Families: 12:30pm-1:15pm
Qigong is considered one of the five branches of Asian Medicine and a foundation for martial arts. Join instructor Adina Dabija for a five-session course in the castle rooms or on the beautiful grounds of the Preserve.
Sands Point Preserve Express
Saturdays and Sundays - Weather Permitting
12pm - 5pm
Rides start at the train station beneath Castle Gould’s clock tower. Our 3-car Express will strap kids (and adults!) in for a 10-minute ride around our beautiful grounds. No reservation necessary.
Hempstead House Tours
Wednesdays: September 11, 25 and October 9
12pm
Tour the former home of the Guggenheim Family. Tour is open to all ages but recommended for adults and kids 10+
Falaise Mansion Tours
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through October
Fridays - 12, 1, 2 and 3pm
Saturdays and Sundays - 12 and 2pm
Saturdays and Sundays - 12 and 2pm
This cliff-side French Norman-style mansion was the residence of Captain Harry F. Guggenheim and his family. Falaise is furnished with exquisite artwork and antiques, including pieces from the 16th century through modern art.
Creative Writing Workshops
Imagery and Mood: 8/8
Setting and Movement: 8/22
World Building: 9/5
Character and Conflict: 9/19
The Art of Reading to an Audience: 9/26
Setting and Movement: 8/22
World Building: 9/5
Character and Conflict: 9/19
The Art of Reading to an Audience: 9/26
Select Thursdays in August and September at 6pm
Hosted by the Sands Point Preserve in collaboration with The Story Round, these skill-based writing workshops are designed to inspire writers of all levels.
Fall Fun Fest
Sunday, September 22
12pm - 4pm
Celebrate the Autumn season at our Fall Fun Fest with activities for children of all ages! All activities are free with park admission - also on site: Food Trucks and an Autumn Market!
The Birthday Party
Immersive Theater Experience
October 4, 6, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 31, and November 1
Looking for something to do this Halloween season that isn’t just for kids? Join us for an exclusive, immersive theatrical production, THE BIRTHDAY PARTY, held in a secluded, opulent mansion on the Sands Point Preserve.
24 Hour Wilderness Survival
2pm on Saturday, October 5 to 12pm on Sunday, October 6
Spend 24 hours in the Sands Point Preserve’s majestic woods with Ranger Eric Powers and survival expert Mike Evans. This program is geared for adults and children 14+ only. Minors under 18 must have an accompanying adult.
Princess and Villains Day
Sunday, October 20
Afternoon Sessions
Join us for a Trick-Or-Treat Adventure Like Never Before! The Princesses are BACK at Hempstead House, and this time, they’re bringing 10 enchanting characters—more than ever before!
Halloween Ball
Saturday, October 26
VIP Experience: 7pm
General Admission: 8pm
General Admission: 8pm
Step back in time to the classic horror films of the 1930s, 40s, and 50s. Drink themed cocktails, savor a delicious dinner, party with DJ Sal on the dance floor, and enjoy an exclusive performance by Rara Avis Productions.
Audubon Bird Walk
Saturday, October 5
8:30am
Join a team of expert guides from the North Shore Audubon Society for small group tours through the Preserve’s diverse habitats in search of migrating bird species as well as those that thrive here through year-round.
Visitor Hours
through November 6, 2024
Wednesday-Sunday
9am to 6pm
Monday-Tuesday
Closed
Please note: last entry is 30 minutes prior to closing
9am to 6pm
Monday-Tuesday
Closed
Please note: last entry is 30 minutes prior to closing
